We understand that the sustainability of the world's environment is inextricably linked to the sustainability of our own competitive advantage. Take a look at a few of the practices, policies and procedures we've adopted to lower our costs — and our impact on the environment.

Leggett's Energy-Efficiency Initiatives

To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and curtail energy consumption, we have:

• Replaced inefficient lamps and ballasts with highly efficient components
• Installed new energy-efficient high-output fluorescent fixtures
• Introduced motion-sensor lighting into warehouse operations
• Moved from forklifts to conveyor systems and from golf carts to bicycles
• Engaged in off-peak energy consumption programs

Leggett's Recycling Initiatives

To minimize our ecological footprint, we recycle an array of materials:

• Steel and aluminum scrap from production
• Paint powder and chrome plating solution
• Wood fiber, sawdust, wood off-fall and cardboard
• Waste oil from machinery and forklifts
• Office paper, computer printouts and printer cartridges
• Aluminum soft drink cans from lunchrooms

Leggett's Sustainability Initiatives

We've discovered numerous additional opportunities to improve environmental performance, which include:

• Purchasing packaging materials with recycled content
• Using recycled materials for MRO
• Repurposing of sheetrock and off-fall for crating
• Enforcing a "no-idling" policy in our shipping yards
• Specifying low VOC coatings
• Employing sophisticated technology to maximize material use, leading to a significant reduction of scrap

Through the green practices we already have in place, we have accomplished a great deal — but we're just getting started. We are committed to finding new opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiencies and do our part to ensure a cleaner, healthier and more beautiful environment.

Our green initiative is just part of a company-wide focus on the environment. Be sure to check Leggett & Platt's corporate environmental and energy stewardship plan.